About Kari K.
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Professional Piano Accompanist-Specializing in Music Theater
Jan, 2001 - PresentMilwaukee, WI Area High Schools & Community Theater
I serve as the area's popular pit orchestra accompanist for several high school and community musical theater productions. One of my specialties is a keen understanding of musical theater score reading and I can sight read easily, taking direction well.
General Music and Choral Music Director
Sep, 2003 - Jun, 2006South Milwaukee Middle School
I taught general music classes as well as choir for grades 6-8.
Choral Music Director & Fine Arts Teacher
Sep, 2001 - Jun, 2003Union Grove High School
I taught choir, vocal jazz, madrigals, and individual lesson for grades 9-12. I also served as the musical theater director of music during this time. Besides this, I taught Fine Arts Survey which was an arts appreciation class.
Professional Vocal, Piano, and String Teacher
Jun, 1996 - PresentSelf-Employed
I have been teaching lessons since I was in high school in all areas listed. I have extensive training in coaching students with solo & ensemble, with putting together senior recitals, and much, much more.
Education
Bachelor of Arts-Music Education
Sep, 1996 - May, 2001The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
MM in Secondary Education
Jan, 2012Walden University
Certifications
Music Certification #515
May, 2001The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
I am certified to teach kindergarten-12th grade general music in the state of Wisconsin.
Music Certification #511
May, 2001The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
I am certified to teach 6-12th grade choral education in the state of Wisconsin.
Affiliations
National Association for Music Education
Sep, 1996Founded in 1907, NAfME is among the world’s largest arts education organizations. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
Music Teachers National Association
Sep, 1997The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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